GRE Word List
POTENTIAL
existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality
The meaning of the word potential is existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| discompose | to destroy the composure of |
| congenital | existing at or dating from birth |
| heresy | adherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma |
| respite | a period of temporary delay |
| lopsided | leaning to one side |
| hypnosis | a trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject |
| fatuous | complacently or inanely foolish : silly |
| reserve | to hold in reserve : keep back |
| implicate | to bring into intimate or incriminating connection |
| compress | to press or squeeze together |